Since the Legislature adjourned without clarifying a gap in the law, the Mills administration must act.
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Old Orchard Beach hires Portland’s former fire chief
Fred LaMontagne retired from Portland’s fire department in 2012.
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New owners have high-end plans for landmark building in downtown Portland
The companies that bought the People’s United Bank building in Monument Square this month say they will get Portland’s first skyscraper ‘back to where it should be.’
Posted inAmerican Journal
Help refugees, but don’t raise taxes, residents say
The Westbrook council made no decision Monday but likely will consider taking some action at its July 1 meeting.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Tighter Portland shelter policy won’t end homelessness
A lack of affordable housing and a lack of mental health treatment are among the forces that drive needy people to the streets.
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Some asylum seekers move on, leaving fewer families sheltering at Portland Expo
While African migrants who came from the southern U.S. border wait at an emergency shelter in Portland, some may be moving on to Canada because of immigration fears.
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Portland’s neighbors pledge to help find homes and other assistance for asylum seekers
Leaders from 6 Greater Portland communities say they will seek housing for close to 90 families who are now staying in city shelters.
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The Wrap: Money is raised, restaurants open, people die before their time
A food truck rolls into town, a Basque cider bar is on its way, and bakers band together to “raise dough” for asylum seekers.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Expectations of men are changing, so where do we go from here?
Opening up to the one closest to us is difficult but can also lead to healing.
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Westbrook considers helping asylum seekers
Residents and city councilors are divided on whether municipal government should be involved in helping the immigrants.